8 holiday gifts for music lovers in the UAE 2025: From guitar amps to picks and speakers

You don't need to get your musician friends an actual instrument, folks. You just need to get a little...creative. From wireless headphones that make every note feel like a concert to handcrafted guitar picks that add personality to their strumming, the right gift can hit all the right notes without breaking the bank. Let them spin vinyl, jam in the studio, or just relax with their favourite playlists, these picks, amps, and smart speakers will make their music—and your gift—unforgettable.

Your friend will love you for it, and will thank you for the music, the song they're singing, and for all the joy you're bringing. (Too much?)

1) Best Headset: Logitech G Astro

Do you know somebody who loses themselves in the music, the moment...?

If you do, this headset might just be the gift for them. With pro‑grade LIGHTSPEED and Bluetooth connectivity, the Astro A30 lets music lovers jump from phone to console to PC without missing a beat—perfect for those with eclectic tastes. It serves up rich, balanced audio that handles booming bass and crisp highs alike, with Dolby Atmos/3D Audio compatibility bringing tracks to life in a way that’s just addictive. Add to that 27‑hour battery life, comfy design and a detachable boom mic, and suddenly every commute, chill session or gaming break becomes a mini concert.

2) Best for Retro lovers: Audio-Technica AT-LP60XBT Full Automatic Wireless Belt-Drive Turntable

Sweet dreams are made of this.

If you know someone who believes music sounds better spinning on vinyl, this turntable is the mic drop. The Audio‑Technica AT‑LP60XBT makes playing records as easy as hitting play — no tangled cables or complicated setup. With crystal‑clear sound and Bluetooth wireless pairing, it’s perfect for streaming favourite albums on speakers or headphones without missing a beat. Belt‑drive precision gives rich, warm analog audio, while the full‑automatic design means even newbie vinyl lovers look like experts.

3) Mighty 3 Spotify & Amazon Music Players

If your playlist addict lives for tunes but hates dragging a phone everywhere, this is the gift of pure musical freedom. The Mighty 3 is a portable, screenless music player that lets you take Spotify and Amazon Music offline without a phone attached — meaning no calls, no pings, just pure grooves. Slip on your favourite headphones (Bluetooth or wired), hit play, and suddenly every walk, workout or commute becomes a soundtrack moment. Small but useful, this little device keeps the vibe going without distractions, so your music‑obsessed friend stays in the zone all day long.

4) Mp3 Music Player

There are places you remember, so return to them with this little device.

Got a music lover on your list who wants...just music? This sleek 128GB MP3 music player is like giving them a pocket‑size concert hall. With Bluetooth and hi‑fi sound, it delivers crisp, powerful audio whether they’re chilling at home or on the go. The huge storage means they can carry thousands of tracks and videos without ever worrying about space. Mini in size, it’s perfect for commuting, workouts, travel or just jamming out anywhere. Stylish in silver and ridiculously easy to use, it’s the kind of gift that hits every time.

5) Best Voice-Activated Speaker: Echo Pop

Need a gift that actually gets used? Meet the Echo Pop — a compact smart speaker with full, rich sound that proves big audio doesn’t need big hardware. With Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, Alexa becomes your music‑lover’s personal DJ, Quran reciter, smart‑home commander, and more — all hands‑free. It even understands English and Khaleeji, so asking for playlists, podcasts or prayer times feels effortless. Small in size, big on vibe, it fills any room with crisp sound and endless entertainment. Stylish in charcoal and oh‑so‑useful, this is the sort of gift that keeps the good vibes (and good tunes) flowing.

6) Best for Guitarists: Wambooka Handcrafted Guitar Picks Set

Make a guitarists day with a pick, sure why not?

Each set includes premium picks made from bone, horn, wood and coconut, all shaped with an anatomical grip that feels great in your hand and sounds even better on strings. Packaged in a rustic wooden gift box, it’s a keepsake that guitarists will proudly display and use.

7) Best Gear: Guitar Stand

Most guitarists will wearily tell you, they do need a stand (heard it enough and more from my friends). So, go ahead. Make them happy. The 4‑Tier Guitar Stand displays and stores acoustic, electric and bass guitars all in one spot, turning clutter into curated gear pride. Its adjustable, floor‑standing design means it fits studio corners, bedrooms or jam spaces with ease — no wall damage, no tangled stands. This rack keeps everything secure, organized and instantly accessible. Practical, stylish and indispensable for any multi‑instrumentalist, it’s the kind of gift that gets daily use and instant appreciation.

8) Marshall Code 25 25W 1x10" Combo Modelling Electric Guitar Amp

Yes, there's a lot you can do for your friendly neighbourhood guitarist. The Marshall Code 25 Combo Amp is a perfect pick for guitar players who crave tone variety without the bulk and noise of bigger amps. With 25W of power and a classic 1×10″ speaker, it delivers iconic Marshall grit and crisp cleans for home practice, recording, or small gigs. Its modelling tech lets players explore hundreds of amp and effects combinations — from vintage crunch to modern high‑gain — all via intuitive controls or app integration. Compact, powerful, and endlessly fun to tweak, this amp turns practice into pure joy.